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In the world of money, bills and spending, time waits for no man – or woman. When a due date hits, you have to pay it fast. When an opportunity to buy something at a good price comes up, you have to grab it very quickly. But the funds to do these things aren’t always there. That’s a time when... More

HeraldNet: Sometimes the greater challenge for entrepreneurs isn’t landing on a winning idea; it’s finding the money to start a new business venture. It’s been said there are three common sources for funding — family, friends and fools. In reality, personal savings and investment... More

Entrepreneur.com: Everything is cheaper Let’s face it: There is great value right now in this and in world markets. This is the right time for fantastic deals in virtually every category, from land and equipment to commercial office space, personnel and labor. As asset prices have been knocked... More

Kiplinger.com: Going solo Franchises, however, are but a part of the small- business universe. Some 52% of small businesses are home-based; some 21 million have no employees beyond the founding entrepreneur. Such businesses range from eBay sellers and dog walkers to tutors, real estate agents and consultants,... More

Entrepreneur.com: Are you looking for the fast track to starting your business? You want to make sure you hit all the high points but don’t get bogged down in too many fine points that lead you nowhere, right? Then read this guide, and get your business running in less than a month. Week 1 Day... More

About.com: Starting a business in good economic times is trying enough but when you throw in a rising jobless rate, sagging consumer confidence, bankruptcies and a tight credit market; the odds seem insurmountable. Yet there are advantages to starting a small business during recessionary times including: *... More

OnStartups: 1. Low opportunity cost When the economy is booming, staying in a regular job makes sense. Generous bonuses are common when revenues are soaring, stock option grants are valuable when an IPO is imminent, your resume is improving in direct proportion to the success of the company. Upside... More

U.S. News & World Report: America’s economic future is uncertain. Unemployment is up sharply. Credit is tight. People are worried about their savings. So is it a great time to start a business? “Are you crazy?” might be the quick answer. But it’s not necessarily the right... More

Eastside Business Journal: * Avoid the middle market products and services – Even in a down economy, consumers and businesses need necessity-based products and services – office supplies, tech services, food, medical assistance, waste management, etc. Conversely, an innovative luxury item can also... More

PowerHomeBiz.com: Do you have days where you feel like you’re the only one dealing with the business owner issues you face? It might be time to find a support system. While your family and friends have an idea of the things you’re going through with your new business, they may not have the... More

ITWeb: Once you have raised the necessary venture capital to launch your innovative new technological concept or service into the market, you’re set for success, right? Wrong! A study that has recently been concluded at a world-class university showed that start-up businesses with no venture capital... More

GetEntrepreneurial: 1. Equipment In many business sectors, large numbers of business are going out of business, declaring bankruptcy or downsizing. Much of the equipment from these businesses is available for pennies on the dollar if you look to purchase used equipment. 2. Customers Many businesses... More

AsiaOne: When Jimmy Wales was struck by the idea of a Web-based encyclopedia built by volunteers, he thought he had stumbled on something that could change the world. He called his invention Nupedia. Articles would be provided free by specialists. And content would go through a seven-step editorial... More

FORTUNE Small Business: Question: I am a green card holder and have tackled the retail and restaurant business in India. I have experience with management of parties and events, including conferences. At present I am living in Madison with my son, but I want to create an independent business and take... More